At Petro Cohen, P.C., our attorneys have a great deal of experience working with employees who are suffering from WEAR and TEAR injuries. These are the types of injuries that develop gradually and insidiously over time, slowly robbing workers of their mobility and ability to perform the daily functions...
This month’s newsletter salutes the nominees for the 2019 Justice Served Awards and all Americans, including many of you reading this newsletter, who courageously stand up and hold wrongdoers accountable in a court of law. Click here to read the August 2019 newsletter.
When most of us think about getting hurt at work, we imagine stubbing our toes on a step, falling and breaking a limb, or lifting something too heavy and throwing out our backs. We rarely think about the possibility of injuries that are more emotional or mental than physical....
On June 17, 2019 Governor Philip Murphy signed Senate Bill No. 1967, which provides “supplemental benefits” to public safety workers and their families who are entitled to workers’ compensation. The new law provides a much-needed cost of living adjustment in workers compensation death benefits for the surviving dependents of...
Firm BlogThis month’s newsletter offers some great tips on how to protect our children and grandchildren by investing in a quality, well-fitting helmet for each of their favorite activities. Click here to read the July 2019 newsletter.
What Are the Top Five Safe Boating Practices? While you may not need a license to operate a boat, boating involves many of the same risks and responsibilities as getting behind the wheel on the road. Boat operators who cause accidents can be held liable for the consequences of...
What Is Light Duty Work in a Workers’ Compensation Case? When you experience an injury or accident on the job, your injury may require that you take time off in order to recover. Depending on the severity of the injury, it may be obvious that you are unable to...
How Are Workers’ Compensation Benefits Calculated in New Jersey? One of the benefits of New Jersey’s workers’ compensation system is uniformity and consistency. Employees who apply for workers’ compensation benefits can refer to clear instructions for the calculation of their benefit payments, based on their current salary and the...
Firm BlogAs more people are on the roads for the summer season, we remind everyone to drive safely and urge you to take a moment to read this month’s newsletter. And whether your vehicle of choice is a motorcycle,car, or truck, make sure you have adequate insurance coverage. Click...
The summer season is almost here, and in New Jersey that means warm weather and trips to Ocean City and the Jersey Shore. However, the summer months bring an increase in traffic congestion in certain areas as well, and hurricane season will soon begin in earnest. When you buckle...